R&D Specialist

R&D Specialist I (USA) Houston, TX 6 Months PART-TIME - 20 hours/week

The Trade Compliance Classification Specialist will support the Airgas organization with overall compliance with U.S. laws and regulations governing both export and import classifications; and related company policies and procedures. This position requires 3-5+ years of trade compliance Classification experience, and will support the Trade Compliance department in other Trade related duties as required. The ideal candidate must be enthusiastic and proactive in email and verbal communications with Internal Airgas associates. The candidate should be able to meet/exceed internal customer expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Regional/BU International Trade Compliance Representatives (ITCRs) by providing remote guidance and compliance support regarding HTS, Schedule B and ECCN Classifications.
• Review product descriptions, technical drawings, and material specifications to assign accurate HTS/HTSUS and Schedule B codes
• Prioritize Urgent incoming Classification requests from ITCRs, requesting additional information or supporting documentation as needed
• Interpret Customs rulings, explanatory notes, and legal regulations to ensure full adherence to import and export control laws
• Update Product Database Spreadsheet with new/updated Classifications
• Work with ERP team to update product master database
• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of the Airgas Trade Compliance classification program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics or Transportation, International Trade or related field preferred. Applicable job experience may be substituted in lieu of education. Licensed Customs Broker, preferred but not a must

Required Length & Type of Experience: A minimum of 3-5+ years of international trade compliance experience in classification First-hand experience completing US HTS/schedule B/ECCN classification Comprehensive working knowledge of Gov. agencies; BIS, CBP and OFAC

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge and use of the GRI's Extensive knowledge of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule Use of section and chapter notes Ability to write a defendable classification rationale Extensive knowledge of the BIS Export Administration Regulations (EAR) Comfortable reviewing, manipulating, and auditing data in Google Sheets/Excel Experience working with Global Trade Management tool Knowledge of PowerBI and reporting

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. None